For the first time in 108 years, Blue Bell Creameries recalled products for safety reasons. These were 3 oz. institutional food service ice cream cups were recalled in March 2015 because they had the potential of contamination with one of the rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.  Some media reported that 3 people died and 2 others became sick in Kansas Hospitals after eating Listeria-contaminated 3 oz. ice cream cups made by Blue Bell.  FDA regularly inspects all food plants.  Blue Bell is known for its super clean plants. 

 If you were the CEO or a plant manager for Blue Bell, how would you use the 5P’s Model to ensure that such contamination never happens again? (5 P's-- Purpose, Principles, Processes, People, Performance)

NOTE: Listeria is the name of a bacteria found in soil and water and some animals, including poultry and cattle. It can be present in raw milk and foods made from raw milk. It can also live in food processing plants.  Listeria is unlike many other germs because it can grow even in the cold temperature of the refrigerator. Listeria is killed by cooking and pasteurization.

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As the CEO I would use purpose to define who we are as an organization and the reason as to why we e... View the full answer